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HYDRAA fences Rs 400 crore govt land in Khanamet

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) fenced over two acre of land worth Rs 400 crore in Khanamet village i

Dindigul Reads conducted to create awareness

Democratic and political protests must take place, but SC must not be dragged into it: CJI

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said democratic and political protests must be allowed, but the Supreme Court should not be dragged into politi

Virat Kohli makes LinkedIn debut at 37 with a long post: 'The vision is clear'

Virat Kohli, apart from being a champion cricketer, has a keen eye for building brands. While he has been associated with several brands in the p

IndiGo cancels Saudi flights, Akasa extends suspension

Indias low-cost airline, IndiGo, has cancelled flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah until October 24, 2026, inclusive, citing t

Venezuela's Maduro and wife plead not guilty to US torture charges

Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores pleaded not guilty on Thursday to a new US indictment accusing them of consp

GTA 6 launch trailer: the ankle monitor, the goggled dog and other clues you missed

Highlights Rockstar released the 90-second GTA 6 launch trailer on 15 October, five weeks before the game launches on 19 November on PS5 and Xbox

Seven sailors missing after drones hit two tankers off Romania's Black Sea coast

Rescuers searched on Thursday for seven missing sailors after drones struck two chemical tankers near Romania's Black Sea coast, setting them abl

Trump says government won

US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the administration would not broadcast the firing-squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal

Camera Traps In Lankamala For Census Reveal Biodiversity In Sanctuary

Camera traps used during the tiger census in Lankamala Wildlife Sanctuary have recorded diverse wildlife, including bears, leopards, wild boars a

'Are you still a virgin?': Karan Johar asks Salman Khan on Koffee with Karan season 9 opener; Bhaijaan responds

Salman Khan will be appearing in the opening episode of Karan Johar's Koffee With Karan Season 9. KJo kicks off the show by revisiting his iconic

SC Seeks Centres Reply On Shifting Protest Site From Jantar Mantar

The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and Delhi Police on a plea challenging Jantar Mantars removal as a designated protest site.

Houthis attack presidential palace complex in Yemen's Aden, PM unharmed, officials say

Yemen's Houthis fired missiles at the presidential palace complex in the southern city of Aden on Thursday, killing two security guards, two gove

Cartier-owner Richemont weighs joining De Beers acquisition race, source says

Richemont , the owner of high-end jewellery brand Cartier, is in talks to join a consortium bidding for diamond miner De Beers, which has been pu

Unknown callers to display names from November 1 as government makes CNAP mandatory

Government has directed telecom operators to introduce mandatory Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) from November 1, 2026. The service will display

Jbessa gas export pipeline targeted in northeastern Syria, fire erupts, SANA reports

The Jbessa gas export pipeline in northeastern Syria was targeted in the al-Arabidi area, causing a fire, state news agency SANA reported on Thur

Venezuela's Maduro arrives in court over new US torture charge

Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores arrived in a US court on Thursday, where they are expected to respond to a n

Meghalaya Opposition Questions Delay in DGP Appointment Proposal

The Voice of the Peoples Party in Meghalaya raises concerns over the delay in appointing the new police chief, demanding clarity from the governm

SRFTI: Students Heckled VC, Attacked His Office

The office was found strewn with broken glasses, stone/s and damaged furniture on Thursday morning.

DP World India Championship: Norgaard gains lead on a rain-hit opening day

The Dane shoots six-under-par 66; McKibbin, Detry and Chacarra tied for second spot; McIlroy in tied 13th place; Om Prakash best among the Indian

Neha Bora slams police crackdown on media and activists over voting rights

How Aramco learned to keep pumping oil under fire

When attack

Stellantis to invest 4,000 cr, plan 12 India launches, triple market share by 2030

Jeep and Citrons export share is expected to double over the next four years.

Siruthuli plants 10,000 saplings in Annur

Trial run of Kambala passes off smoothly in Mysuru

Durga Puja 2026: Inside Visakhapatnams oldest and biggest celebrations

From age-old traditions to the resounding dhaak, Visakhapatnams Bengali community comes together to celebrate Durga Puja with devotion, music and

Protests in Delhi Disrupt Business Operations as Orders Go Unfulfilled

Ongoing protests in Delhi are impacting businesses across India, causing delays in order fulfillment during the festive season. Protests in Delhi

EC to conduct SSR of electoral rolls in 17 states and Union territories

The Election Commission will conduct Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in 17 states and UTs, including poll-bound Uttar Pradesh, Punjab

VTU signs MoU with Vishwabharat Skill Institute, aims to upskill students

Delhi court acquits 5 men in 2020 riots case, cites probe lapses

New Delhi: A Delhi court has acquitted five men accused of rioting and attempting to murder a man during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, saying t

Court grants two-day police custody of Gem Granites Veeramani

In its petition, the SIT said his custodial interrogation was necessary to ascertain the identities of those who had links with him.

Passengers object to postponing arrival of Panchaganga Express at Bengaluru

CoreWeave's slump spotlights growing burden of debt behind AI boom

Shares and bonds of Nvidia-backed CoreWeave tumbled again on

Tata Trusts rejectsMehli Mistrys objections, calls them extraneous

The dispute centres on governance and remuneration allegations against trustees of Bai Hirabai Trust and related Tata Group affairs, with Mistry

Rahul urges Prez to reconsider Dushyant Gautam's appointment as guv till CBI completes Ankita murder probe

Rahul Gandhi has written to President Droupadi Murmu urging her to reconsider Dushyant Gautam's recent appointment. He claims that appointing Gau

Jio's 30,213-cr IPO priced at 34x earnings, below Bharti Airtel's 39x

Jio Platforms' 30,213-crore IPO opens on October 21 at a price band of 1,065-1,119 a share, valuing the firm at 10.3 trillion, with proceeds earm

Delhi Police signals conditional nod for flag-waving, anthem at CJP's Oct 16 march amid curbs

India and South Korea Strengthen Maritime Security Cooperation

India and South Koreas coast guards enhance collaboration on maritime security, pollution response, and law enforcement in a recent high-level me

UK comedian Russell Brand's accuser tells jurors: 'I know he raped me'

A woman who alleges British actor

Vizianagaram Yadava association seeks mayors post for community

Maharashtra FDA bans sale of loose spice powders, mixed spices to curb adulteration

Maharashtra's FDA has implemented a ban on the sale of loose and unpacked spice powders. This initiative aims to prevent adulteration and ensure

Prakasam district tightens security for local body polls

HDFC Life Q2 net up 13.6% at 508 crore, net premium income rises 15.7%

The life insurer had registered a net profit of 447.15 crore for the second quarter of last fiscal year, and its net premium income increased to

BIE announces revised guidelines for March 2027 Intermediate exams in Andhra Pradesh

It introduces changes to answer booklets, Biology OMR sheets and question papers for elective subjects, and instructs junior college principals t

Shah Hails Assam Crackdown, 945 Held in Drug Cases

In a post on X, Shah said the drive also involved action against 703 drug hotspots, while attachment of properties worth nearly Rs 31 crore was u

Iran oil minister resigns, replaced by top executive amid US blockade on Tehrans exports

In response to Tehran restricting commercial shipping traffic and firing upon vessels deemed to have made unauthorised passages, Washington insti

Gang consuming liquor near VAO office assaults policeman in Sivaganga district

Bangladesh seeks USD 4.5 billion IMF loan

Bangladesh is currently in talks with the IMF for a USD 4.5 billion loan package to boost its economy. Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdh

Incorporate stricter tech-led monitoring mechanisms, NHAI tells builders

NHAI has asked highway developers to use AI-enabled cameras, drones and digital dashboards to detect defects, while builders seek adequate mainte

Bank credit rises 19.4% in September; RBI rate hike may slow growth in H2

Bank credit rose 19.38% to 230 trillion in September, while deposits grew 17.83% to 283.95 trillion; CareEdge expects higher borrowing costs to m

US Postal Service outlines plans to handle millions of ballots

The head of the US Postal Service said Thursday the agency is absolutely ready to handle millions of ballots for the Nov. 3 mid-term elections th

Congress, BJP scramble for credit as Intercity Express gets stop at Ottapalam

For the passengers, the new stop may mean a more convenient journey.

Political parties raise concerns over acquisition of land parcel belonging to masjid in Aliabad

Ring bund should be built, but what did you do as Dy CM?: BJP's Sanjay Saraogi hits back at Tejashwi Yadav over Raghopur tragedy

Reacting sharply to Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Establishes Four Special Courts to Combat Exam Cheating and Paper Leaks

Madhya Pradesh has formed four special fast-track courts to address exam cheating and paper leaks, aiming for swift justice in such cases. Madhya

Thames Water seeks

Britain's Thames Water said on Thursday it

Donald Trump approval ratings down due to cost of living, Democrats pin hope on military veterans to upset Republicans in US midterm elections

Donald Trump approval ratings: Poll survey finds that registered voters who identify as Democrats are more enthusiastic than Republican voters ab

Delhi HC records police assurance of legal measures ahead of CJP

The Delhi Police on Thursday assured the Delhi High Court that all possible measures under law would be taken to address concerns surrounding the

Centre approves 379 crore for government medical colleges in Telangana as PG seats rise by 465

Delhi protests: Everyone is a reporter under freedom of expression, SC flags difficulty in protecting real journalists

The Supreme Court on Thursday verbally observed that it becomes difficult to demarcate and protect legitimate reporters accredited to credible ne

Naidu, Chouhan highlight role of SHGs in promoting women empowerment

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan says 3.5 crore women, of the targeted 6 crore, have achieved the target of 1 lakh annual income, with A.P. a

Germany building fire: Visit to friends place turns tragic for Nova

Nova had worked as a fitness trainer in Keralam before moving to Germany in July

84 BSF personnel admitted to hospital for 'food poisoning' in Manipur

The BSF personnel were provided with immediate treatment in the emergency, and their condition is now stable. They fell sick due to suspected foo

Delhi Ramleela to burn 30-foot cockroach effigy alongside Ravan, Kumbhkaran and Meghnad

A 30-foot cockroach effigy will be displayed at a Ramleela event in Delhi this year. The organizers aim to promote cleanliness while symbolizing

Guidelines Issued for Safety, Discipline at AP Medical College Hostels

They include ban on ragging, sexual harassment, smoking, tobacco, gambling, drugs, unauthorised entry, and destruction of property.

RBI clarifies interbank trades, ECBs coupons not part of FERR

Reserve Bank of India recently clarified the applicability of foreign exchange risk reserve for banks. The requirement does not apply to banks en

Elon Musk to rename SpaceX AI arm SpaceXSI after Trump order replacing AI with SI

The move follows Trump's executive order titled Inaugurating the Era of Super Intelligence, which directs departments and agencies across the US

Indian rupee set for mild relief from dip in oil, fading Fed October hike bets

The rupee is expected to open in the 96.22-96.26 range, per traders, having settled at 96.3150 to the dollar on Thursday

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Emphasizes Himalayan Conservation and Sustainable Development

Minister Bhupender Yadav highlights the balance between ecological protection and socio-economic development in the Himalayas. Union Minister Bhu

Anti-SIR protesters take out Tiranga march in Delhi; around 100 detained

AISF and AIYF members demand rollback of SIR, resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and restoration of Jantar Mantar as a prot

HDFC AMC net profit up 4% on better earnings

Revenue increased 14% to 1,170 crore (1,027 crore) and other incomes plunged to 71 crore (96 crore) in the quarter under review

WRAPUP 1-US producer prices post largest gain in 4-1/2 years; retail sales beat expectations

US producer prices increased by the most in 4-1/2 years in September

Greens Concerned Over Lack Of Steps To Protect Kolleru Lake

Environmentalists allege that inadequate action against encroachments and illegal fish tanks is harming Kolleru Lake despite Supreme Court direct

From the looms of Assam to the Presidents wardrobe, Eri silk makes a mark

Droupadi Murmu purchases naturally dyed indigo blue Eri shawl featuring elaborate motifs for 4,500 and makes the payment via UPI at the SARAS Mel

Blue Drum Murder Case: Muskan Rastogi, Sahil Shukla skip dinner and cry through the first night after death sentence in Saurabh Rajput murder

Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla are facing the death penalty for the murder of Saurabh Rajput. The couple reportedly struggled emotionally after

Social entrepreneurs: Putting money where their heart is

What is special about a public issue by a neurodivergence care service

Ola Electric promoter Bhavish Aggarwal pledges 4.32% stake to fund 1,000-crore rights issue

The promoter will participate alongside other eligible shareholders, with the company yet to finalise the issue price, ratio and record date

Safety measures planned for Kalpathy fest

The use of LPG cylinders will be banned within the temple premises to prevent accidents.

DP World India Championship: McIlroy-Reed mend fences after rift

Earlier this year, Reed quit LIV Golf, which perhaps helped clear the way for the two golf giants to find common ground

Anti-CEC protest: Supreme Court to hear Rahul Gandhi, INDIA bloc plea against SIR today

Supreme Court is scheduled to hear Rahul Gandhi and INDIA bloc leaders' petition challenging alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revi

University of Liverpool targets 10,000 students at Bengaluru campus by 2036

University of Liverpool plans to grow its Bengaluru campus from nearly 300 to 10,000 students over 10 years, adding two to three courses annually

CM Pema Khandu attends final day of Golden Jubilee celebration of All Nyishi Youth Association in Itanagar

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday attended the final-day programme of the Golden Jubilee celebration, which began on Octob

Severe Drought Declared in Parts of UK as Water Crisis Deepens

More than 80 percent of England is currently in a state of drought as it continues to experience below average levels of rainfall into the autumn

Parameshwara: Losses due to drought are estimated to be 60,000 crore to 70,000 crore

17 killed in 20 Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport in October

Riyadh: The Saudi-led coalition supporting Yemens internationally recognised government said on Thursday, October 15, that Yemens Houthis had car

Gajendra Chauhan calls Imran Khan 'deshdrohi', demands deportation within 24 hours; Raza Murad, Ashoke Pandit react

Gajendra Chauhan called Imran Khan deshdrohi and demanded his deportation within 24 hours. Meanwhile, Raza Murad said foreign nationals should no

First five Indian Super League matches record 65M YouTube views

New Delhi: The first five matches of the Indian Super League 2026-27 season recorded 65 million YouTube views and 52 million viewers, according t

Pension fund managers in India: A guide to performance and returns

Pension fund managers invest retirement savings across asset classes while balancing risks and future payout obligations. Here is a Policybazaar

Health insurance ID cards issued to 13 sanitation workers

India's current account deficit narrows to $5.2 billion in August: RBI data

India's current account deficit narrowed to $5.2 billion in August from $6.1 billion a year ago, while strong banking capital inflows helped the